Manu W4: Solutions & Action

🎯 Learning Intentions

Review (5): Recall cause/effect chains from last lesson. What actions did we identify?
Brainstorm (10): Groups list possible actions: planting, nest boxes, signage, litter cleanup, awareness campaigns.
Feasibility Grid (15): Use Action Planner to evaluate: impact vs. effort. Identify "Quick Wins" and "Best Choices".
Choose Action (5): Class votes or groups choose their action. Teacher confirms feasibility.
Poster/PSA Introduction (10): Review rubric. Key requirements: clear message, data, quote, kupu Māori, call to action.
Draft Time (15): Begin rough draft of poster/PSA script. Plan where data and quote will go.
Exit (5): "Our action is ___ because ___."

Use this clip to spark concrete discussion about which school-level actions create measurable change.

Pause and discuss: Which action in the clip can we adapt for our kura context this week?
Link to today's task: Students add one evidence note from the clip into their lesson artefact.

Support: Pre-selected action options; poster template with labeled sections.
Extension: Create a 30-second video PSA script; research similar projects in NZ.

Send home permission slips today! Action Day is coming in Week 6. Coordinate with caretaker for any planting or installations.

Social Studies — Understanding: Students understand how economic decisions affect people and communities and how Māori economic models reflect cultural values and environmental responsibility.